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Jewish Head Coverings: A Blessing On Your Head

Jewish Head Coverings: A Blessing On Your Head

FromAdventures in Jewish Studies Podcast


Jewish Head Coverings: A Blessing On Your Head

FromAdventures in Jewish Studies Podcast

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Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Jun 20, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The yarmulke has become an almost universal symbol of Judaism; however, Jews around the world cover their heads and hair in many different ways, including hats, wigs, and scarves. This custom isn't Jewish law, but was developed over centuries as a community norm that continues on in a variety of ways today.  In this episode, guest scholars Eric Silverman and Amy K. Milligan discuss the history and practice of head and hair covering – and what the practices reveal about Jewish experiences of gender, assimilation, and antisemitism. Images of the styles discussed in this episode are available at associationforjewishstudies.org/headcoverings.
Released:
Jun 20, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (34)

Adventures in Jewish Studies is a podcast produced by the Association for Jewish Studies, the largest learned society and professional organization representing Jewish Studies scholars worldwide. The episodes take listeners on a journey, exploring a wide range of topics, from the contemporary to the ancient, in a way that’s informative, engaging, and fun. Launched in 2018, the Adventures in Jewish Studies series produces five episodes annually.